Should the Bahujan Samaj Party merge with the Congress or Mayawati join the BJP's NDA bandwagon? Do small regional parties have any future? Can vote-cutting parties ever have the capacity to oust the BJP from power amidst intense polarization? These questions have become relevant in light of the results of several recent elections.

Two of the biggest 'X-Factors' that have reshaped the map of Indian politics are casteism and communalism. These factors influence every aspect, from electoral strategies to governance.

Walk through any Indian city today, and you’ll see the remnants of two of India’s most ambitious missions. Mahatma Gandhi’s glasses adorn public toilets, a symbol of the Swachh Bharat Mission, while sleek smart kiosks and LED-lit streets hint at the Smart City Mission.

Can the 'Grand Old' party, once the cornerstone of India’s democratic system, rise from its ashes? Suppose seasoned leaders like Mamata Banerjee, Sharad Pawar, and other scattered constituents rejoin the fold, and the party embraces a bold leftist-socialist ideology. Could it challenge the current political order?

India’s democratic framework thrives on the vibrancy of its electoral process, enabling citizens to actively shape governance at every level. Since independence, over 400 elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies have showcased the Election Commission of India’s commitment to fairness and transparency.

An Englishman started the Congress in 1885, and after a long journey, the Congress has become a victim of exhaustion and stagnation.